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vortal

Syllabification: (vor·tal)
Pronunciation: /ˈvôrtl/
Definition of vortal

noun

  • an Internet site that provides a directory of links to information related to a particular industry.

Origin:

1990s: blend of v(ertical) (as in vertical industry, an industry specializing in a narrow range of goods and services), and (p)ortal

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